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The Counter-Cultural Secret of Planned Emancipation: Why Parenting Doesn’t Have to Be Hard

The Counter-Cultural Secret of Planned Emancipation: Why Parenting Doesn’t Have to Be Hard

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 What if parenting didn’t have to be as frustrating as it often feels—especially during the teenage years? Dr. Ken Wilgus, author of Feeding the Mouth That Bites You, joins John and me in this episode to reveal his game-changing approach to parenting called "Planned Emancipation." The idea: give your teens freedoms—starting at 13—to make choices about their lives, like what they watch, how clean their room is, and more. I’ll be honest, when I first heard Dr. Wilgus explain his method, I had a hard time with it. But as we dug deeper into the conversation, I warmed up to it... and I’m already starting to implement it in my own approach to parenting. But what's the catch? It’s not about losing control: it’s about empowering your kids to take responsibility for their own decisions. Dr. Wilgus explains why giving freedoms, rather than privileges, builds autonomy, strengthens responsibility, and ultimately makes the teen years smoother for both parents and kids. This conversation will challenge the way you think about raising your kids. With so much conflicting parenting advice out there, Dr. Wilgus' method teaches us how to move beyond the stress and truly prepare our kids for adulthood. If you're ready to take the frustration out of your relationship with your teen, this episode is a must-listen! Key takeaways: The key difference between parenting and raising kids. How giving freedoms, not privileges, builds real responsibility. Why holding teens accountable with freedom is the secret to reducing conflict. What's the catch? Tune in to find out how this simple shift could revolutionize your parenting style! LIFE HAPPENS. Let’s Talk About It. Listen in to learn more : (04:02) - Redefining Parenting Roles and Expectations (14:09) - Transitioning to Authoritative Parenting (23:47) - Preparing for Teenage Independence (33:30) - Navigating Teen Independence and Boundaries (45:44) - Parental Guidance on Adolescent Autonomy (55:20) - Financial Autonomy for Kids Resources Sign up to receive Paula’s email where she keeps it real about what it’s like being a parent in America. And, if you’re a working mom, make sure you’re getting The CARRY ALL email, the load-lessening newsletter for and by working moms. Want to watch this episode? You can watch it on your Spotify app or head on over to our YouTube Channel, and be sure to like and subscribe! If you want to learn more about Dr Ken Wilgus, check out his website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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